June 17, 2024
Food Bank of Iowa receives $25,000 grant from State Farm® for mobile food distribution
State Farm has provided a $25,000 grant to support mobile food distribution, helping Iowans to recover from recent tornadoes.
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Stopping hunger in Iowa starts with you
You can feed an Iowan facing hunger for less than $2 a day.
96 cents of every dollar donated go directly to feed our neighbors.
We’re here for you
Food Bank of Iowa fights hunger so no Iowan has to struggle to find food. We’re here to help when you need us. And we appreciate your help, whether it’s through donations of time, money or food.
Hunger Can Happen to Anyone
Hunger can happen to anyone, including you. And it hits closer to home than you might imagine. It impacts Iowans of all ages across the state. Including hardworking people with jobs who can’t afford food at the end of the month. Or those who are dealing with job loss, medical expenses or living on a fixed income. Learn more about the Iowans we help.
Latest News
June 4, 2024
Des Moines Performing Arts works to STOMP Out Hunger
When you purchase a virtual food drive bundle, you’ll receive a $15 discount per ticket to opening night of STOMP on June 20 at the Des Moines Civic Center.
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May 29, 2024
Land O’Lakes donates 40,000 pounds of macaroni & cheese to Food Bank of Iowa
Land O’Lakes has donated more than 40,000 pounds of macaroni & cheese to Food Bank of Iowa.
Read MoreOur Impact
It’s an ongoing challenge to make sure all of our neighbors have the food they need to thrive. We partner with 700 agencies in 55 counties to distribute more than 2 million pounds of food each month.
Partner with us
Feeding Iowans in need is a monumental task. Through partnerships with 700 agencies in 55 counties, we ensure our neighbors have access to enough nutritious food. Learn more about becoming a partner agency or program partner.
Share Your Story
In Iowa, 1 in 9 adults and 1 in 6 children face hunger. Like Ka’Meka, a working mom of three who lost her job. Or Willa, a disabled veteran who takes care of her grandchildren. With assistance from our network of partner agencies, we’re ensuring our neighbors won’t go hungry. Read more about Iowans we’ve helped and share your own story with us.